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We're always going to have other needs than second runningback, but i think in the longterm view, it makes sense to get a second starter type back now. It could possibly extend Frank's career, would keep both of our RBs fresher as the season went on, and would give other teams someone else to have to gameplan against. I think it makes tons of sense, actually... I don't think I'd want us to spend our first round pick on an RB unless we traded down (and in that case I'd want Knowshon, NOT Beanie Wells) but in the 2nd and 3rd rounds? Yeah, I think it would be a smart pick. In fact, I wish we'd done something like this last year-- Ray Rice would look good in scarlet and gold.

There's little to no point using a first day (or former first day) pick on a backup RB when we can use it on a greater need.

I agree that someone to spell Gore when he gets tired and change the pace is a good idea, but as long as we work on the line and the new scheme works out then we can get a decent option on day two.

Originally posted by 49ersfan_87

If we look for a FB in Free Agency, keep an eye out for Tony Richardson. He's worked with Raye before and is a UFA. Wherever he goes, the running offense shines. He was with KC (under Raye). He was blocking for Adrian Peterson his rookie year. And he was with the Jets this year, paving the way for Thomas Jones and Leon Washington. He's one of the best lead blockers in the game.

Good point. It wouldn't surprise me to see him brought in as a veteran stop-gap if we can't get a younger option, especially after Raye's point about us not having a proper FB...

He is 37 though.

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Age is the only reason that he is a question mark. other than that he is quite the intimidating run blocker. could be a stop gap and maybe teach Keasey a thing or two, unless we abandon that strange experiment

Age is the only reason that he is a question mark. other than that he is quite the intimidating run blocker. could be a stop gap and maybe teach Keasey a thing or two, unless we abandon that strange experiment

Keasey sucks. I'd rather draft someone in the 6th/7th round to learn under Richardson than have Keasey on our team. He can't lead block or catch the ball, he's useless.

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Ah, my mistake. Hopefully we get a couple but who are they going to be for? Anthony Adams and someone else?

McCloughan says we'll get two.

Q: Hi Scot. How many compensatory picks will the team have in this year’s draft? If known, what rounds will they be in? I believe compensatory picks are based on free agents lost, can you clarify? How many total picks will the team have in this year’s draft? Congratulations on a great second half of the season and I can tell the team is moving in the right direction. Thank you.
-Jack, Sacramento

A: We will have two compensatory picks. We’re not sure about which rounds yet, but I have a pretty good feeling of where they’re going to be.